I, TOO, SING AMERICA
Three Centuries of African American Poetry

Editor/Author: Catherine Clinton
Narrators/Performers: Ashley Bryan & Renee Joshua-Porter
 

ALA Best Book for Young Adults
Booklist - Top 10 Poetry Books for Young People

Ages: 10 and up

Cassette:
Length: 2.5 hrs / 2 cassettes
ISBN#1-883332-43-5
Price: $21.95
 
CD:
Length: 2.5 hrs / 2 CDs
ISBN#1-883332-57-5
Price: $28.95

Hardcover Price: $21.50
 
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Audio Reviews:

Recording released in January, 2000

"This collection of 36 poems by 25 poets is a celebration in African-American voices. The program begins with a stirring song that sets the scene for Ashley Bryan and Renee Joshua-Porter, who read with care, yet with exuberance and pride, capturing the heart and soul of these poets."
                    - AudioFile 
 
  "The most outstanding feature of this collection is that a biographical sketch explaining the historical context of the poem prefaces each poet's work. School libraries will find this set especially useful to meet demands for Black History materials."
                    - School Library Journal
 
"Providing a comprehensive overview of African American poets and their works.....this collection is a valuable audio resource. This collection should be valuable to anyone (student or adult) wishing an introduction to the subject, and hearing the poems read will likely make them more accessible to many. Especially recommended for middle and high school students as well as public library poetry collections."
                    - Kliatt

Book Reviews:

"A fine volume to use across the curriculum."
                    - Booklist

"A splendid, rattling good collection of poetry..."
                    - Kirkus Reviews

SYNOPSIS:

Each of the 25 poets (representing 36 poems) in this collection is introduced with a brief biography and poetry notes. Unforgettable performances by award-winners Ashley Bryan and Renee Joshua-Porter provide a stirring tribute to 25 of America's best poets - from Lucy Terry to Rita Dove.

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